Prepare for the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 certification while building your cybersecurity knowledge, skills, and abilities
Welcome to our online event where we'll guide you from ground zero to being a certified Security+ pro! Join us for expert tips, practice exams, and interactive sessions to ace your certification. Whether you're new to cybersecurity or brushing up your skills, this event is tailored for you. Get ready to boost your knowledge and confidence for the CompTIA Security+ exam. Don't miss out on this opportunity to level up your career in cybersecurity!
The CompTIA Security+ five day course is designed to help you prepare for the SY0-701 exam, which is included in your course.
The CompTIA Security+ exam will certify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to install and configure systems to secure applications, networks, and devices; perform threat analysis and respond with appropriate mitigation techniques; participate in risk mitigation activities; and operate with an awareness of applicable policies, laws, and regulations.
By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives:
- Assess the security posture of an enterprise environment and recommend and implement appropriate security solutions.
- Monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile, Internet of Things (IoT), and operational technology.
- Operate with an awareness of applicable regulations and policies, including principles of governance, risk, and compliance.
- Identify, analyse, and respond to security events and incidents.
General Security Concepts 12%
- Compare and contrast various types of security controls.
- Summarise fundamental security concepts.
- Explain the importance of change management processes and the impact to security.
- Explain the importance of using appropriate cryptographic solutions.
Threats, Vulnerabilities & Mitigations 22%
- Compare and contrast common threat actors and motivations.
- Explain common threat vectors and attack surfaces.
- Explain various types of vulnerabilities.
- Given a scenario, analyse indicators of malicious activity.
- Explain the purpose of mitigation techniques used to secure the enterprise.
Security Architecture 18%
- Compare and contrast security implications of different architecture models.
- Given a scenario, apply security principles to secure enterprise infrastructure.
- Compare and contrast concepts and strategies to protect data.
- Explain the importance of resilience and recovery in security architecture.
Security Operations 28%
- Given a scenario, apply common security techniques to computing resources.
- Explain the security implications of proper hardware, software, and data asset management.
- Explain various activities associated with vulnerability management.
- Explain security alerting and monitoring concepts and tools.
- Given a scenario, modify Enterprise capabilities to enhance security.
- Given a scenario, implement and maintain identity and access management.
- Explain the importance of automation and orchestration related to secure operations.
- Explain appropriate incident response activities.
- Given a scenario, use data sources to support an investigation.
Security Program Management & Oversight 20%
- Summarize elements of effective security governance.
- Explain elements of the risk management process.
- Explain the processes associated with third-party risk assessment and management.
- Summarise elements of effective security compliance.
- Explain types and purposes of audits and assessments.
- Given a scenario, implement security awareness practices.
Exam (NOT Included) - Exam fees will be paid directly to COMPTIA
CompTIA Security+ equips security professionals with the foundational security skills necessary to safeguard networks, detect threats, and secure data through performance-based questions—helping them open the door to a cyber security career and become a trusted defender of digital environments.
- Required exam: SY0-701
- Number of questions: Maximum of 90
- Types of questions: Multiple-choice and performance-based
- Length of test: 90 minutes
Recommended experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in IT administration with a focus on security, hands-on experience with technical information security, and broad knowledge of security concepts.
